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Patrick Lyoya fled Congo to escape war. A traffic stop in Michigan cost him his life
For those who knew Lyoya, he's remembered as a son, brother and father — a person of faith whose life was inextricably shaped by war.
4 years ago
Another possible mass grave with as many as 9,000 bodies is found near Mariupol
Satellite imagery has revealed what Ukrainian officials say appears to be another mass grave in Ukraine.
4 years ago
After a detailed investigation of the city’s child welfare system, a City Council committee issued an urgent call for wholesale reforms.
4 years ago
The history of Philly commerce is emerging from underground along the Delaware River
Before a 25-story complex can be built along the Delaware River, archeologists are digging up the origins of Philly’s shipping trade.
4 years ago
Burlington County fair to address health and housing needs
To mark Minority Health Month, Burlington County officials will host a free resource fair focused on healthy lifestyles and housing.
4 years ago
Many Philadelphia residents are pitching in to reduce blight this spring, some with the goal of making neighborhoods safer.
4 years ago
Listen 5:43N.J’s first day of retail weed sales ‘robust’ and ‘trouble-free,’ regulators say
However, the state’s Cannabis Regulatory Commission said it investigated “a few minor complaints.”
4 years ago
Philly region celebrates 350 miles of walkable, bikeable trails
This year’s spring trail season kickoff will feature a hodgepodge of events, from Earth Day festivals and volunteer cleanups to ribbon-cuttings and tree-plantings.
4 years ago
Officials announce $10 million reconstruction project in East Camden
27th Street between Marlton Pike and Federal Street will be totally reconstructed. The project topped Camden Mayor Vic Carstarphen’s to-do list.
4 years ago
Spotify highlights Philly podcast ‘Draws in Spanish,’ a series featuring Latino and Latina creators
Host Fabiola Lara interviews artists from all over the Latin American diaspora.
4 years ago
Putin tries to claim Mariupol win but won’t storm holdout
Putin's order may mean that Russian officials are hoping they can wait for the defenders to surrender after running out of food or ammunition.
4 years ago
Wright resigns as Villanova coach, Neptune takes over
The 60-year-old Wright guided Villanova to titles in 2016 and 2018 and just led the Wildcats to the Final Four.
4 years ago
New Jersey’s recreational marijuana market open for business
New Jersey is now among 18 states, plus the District of Columbia, with legalized recreational marijuana markets.
4 years ago
Activists, Black-owned weed businesses say N.J. can do more to ensure social equity
Some business owners and advocates of color want the state to invest in educational programs for prospective business owners and grants for minority-led businesses.
4 years ago
Pennsylvania needs rental assistance and eviction diversion programs, activists and lawmakers say
Study cites housing affordability exacerbated by COVID-19 pandemic.
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